Manchester City have looked far from infallible so far this season, but that hasn’t stopped them picking up 11 points from their opening six games. They should be able to add three more to their tally in Saturday’s late Premier League kickoff, as they travel to play Paul Lambert’s Aston Villa.
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Manchester City should pick up all three points away at Villa Park this weekend.
Key player - Sergio Agüero (Manchester City)
The star of Manchester City's season so far has undoubtedly been striker Sergio Agüero, who has caused havoc for opposing defences with his brilliantly versatile attacking play. Capable at dropping deep and creating, as well as bursting into the box and hitting the back of the net himself, Aston Villa's defensive duo could struggle to contain him on Saturday.
Key matchup - City’s back five vs. silly mistakes
Manchester City have looked very vulnerable at the back so far this season, with goalkeeper Joe Hart and various players in their back four having struggled to keep clean sheets. Last week against Hull City, left-back Gaël Clichy and centre-back Eliaquim Mangala struggled in particular, allowing the Tigers to net twice in an eventual 4-2 City win. They'll certainly be looking to tighten things up against Villa this weekend.
Aston Villa injuries and suspensions
Out: Libor Kozák (broken leg), Christian Benteke (achilles), Ron Vlaar (calf). In doubt: None.
Manchester City injuries and suspensions
Out: Samir Nasri (groin). In doubt: Fernando (groin).
There are no new injuries for either team. Villa are still without Libor Kozák, Christian Benteke and Ron Vlaar, while Samir Nasri is City’s only definite absentee. However, Fernando could well join him on the sidelines.
Match Date/Time: Saturday, 5:30 p.m. local, 12:30 p.m. ET
Venue: Villa Park, Birmingham, England
TV: NBC, Mun2 (U.S.), Sportsnet regional (Canada), Sky Sports 1/HD (U.K.)
Online: NBC Sports Live Extra (U.S. - English), Deportes Telemundo En Vivo (U.S. - Spanish), Sportsnet World Now (Canada), Sky Go (U.K.)
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